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1st Ever Parking Lot Sale Was A Success!

October 1st, 2012

We just had our 1st ever parking lot sale here at our headquarters and it was a huge success! The weekend of Sept. 29th and Sept. 30th, we were opened from 8AM to 5PM. If you were lucky enough and are from Southern California, you were able to visit our headquarters and save tons on this very special occasion.

We had people from all over Southern California come visit to take advantage of our huge savings. Our gun safes were our most popular seller. We had police officers come through to check out the safes. They couldn’t resist since the safes were selling for more than 50% off their retail price. Could you imagine saving at least $500 off the retail price?! Our safes were literally coming off the lot one by one. We had a great turn out, with over 150+ visitors and selling more than 100+ safes. Thanks to everyone who came to visit and was able to come away with an excellent safe! We appreciate all your help and support.

We sold a wide variety of safes, most of them that only had minor scratches, dents and factory blemishes. They were all in 100% working condition and some of them without their original packaging. Any person that came through that weekend stumbled upon a huge goldmine of safes. Every customer loved the fact that the safes were constructed of 100% steel. They weren’t purchasing a plastic or cheap safe. They knew they were purchasing a solid steel constructed safe that can last them a lifetime.

We were left with little inventory at the end. Most of our visitors have heard us through advertisements, craigslist or those who subscribed to our newsletter. If you would like to subscribe to our newsletter to get the latest update on products, promotions, discounts and events, sign up here.

Our 1st Parking Lot Sale wouldn’t have been a success without our excellent staff members, who took the time out of their weekend to help with the event. Expect another parking lot sale in the near future! See more photos below of the event!

Prepping for the Big Day!

Scratch & Dent Safes – SALE!!!

Look At All Those Safes! Over 50% Off Marked Off!

Customers Checking Out The Huge Inventory of Safes!

New MF Series U.L. Classified Fire Safes In Stock Now!

July 13th, 2012

We’ve brought in a whole new line of MF Series U.L. Classified Fire Safes from MESA Safe Company.  MESA is one of our top manufacturers selling only high-quality and steel constructed safes.  The new line of fire safes consists of seven new models by MESA. Those new models are the MF30E, MF35E, MF50E, MF53E, MF60E, MF70E and MF75E. Each model has the same features and offers the same protection. Some of those features include a 1-Hour fire rating, steel door enclosed with fire-resistant material, battery-operated electronic lock and an emergency key system used to bypass the electronic keypad in case you lose your code or if your batteries die.

In addition to the MF series high security and simple design, these safes are very affordable and inexpensive. You won’t find a better deal than MESA’s MF Series that features at least a 1-hour fire protection, steel construction and solid steel bolts to prevent theft, at this price range. These safes are ideal for any homeowner wanting to secure and store their valuables such as classified documents, family photos, passports, cash, jewelry and other sensitive materials. The MF Series Fire Safes are also great for those who live in areas where homes are in potential danger of fires, especially during the summer season.

Like with any other safe, MF series has kept burglary and theft in mind. Each safe includes solid steel live locking bolts for added security. It even has two dead bolts that will prevent door removal if the hinges are removed during forced entry. The safe doesn’t just count on a combination lock to ensure safety and security, but it comes with an electronic lock for additional protection. An anchor hole is also provided and located at the bottom of the safe to place it permanently in one location preventing removal of the safe. For delicate and fragile items, the inside of the safe is carpeted with a durable grey fabric preventing damage to your items.

There are only a couple differences with each model. A few of the main differences are the dimensions and weight. The MF30E, MF35E, and MF50E are the smaller of the series. The MF30E is the smallest safe with exterior dimensions of: Height: – 11.75” x Width: 16.5” x Depth: 14.25” and weighs in at 60 pounds. The MF35E has larger dimensions and weighs 90 pounds. The MF50E comes next weighing in only 5 pounds more at 95 pounds.  These small safes are great for storing small items such as watches, cash, passports, cellphones, photos, necklaces, rings, diamonds and other small expensive or rare items.

Then we have the middle-sized safes in the MF53E and MF60E. The MF53E exterior dimensions are: Height – 20.875” x Width: 18.25” x Depth 18.875” and weighs 165 pounds. This is the only safe that features an interior light when you open the safe. When it’s dark and you’re looking for a specific item, the interior light will help guide you. Then there’s the MF60E that is three inches bigger in height than the MF53E and weighs 185 pounds. However, this safe does not feature an interior light. These mid-sized safes are wonderful for media devices, small trophies, jewelry, documents and more.

Last, we have the heavyweight safes in the MF70E and MF75E. The MF70E exterior dimensions are: Height – 27.5” x Width: 19.625” x Depth: 18.875” and weighs 220 pounds. The MF75E weighs about 100 more pounds than the MF70E at 333 total pounds. The MF75E comes with wheels for easy and smooth transport. These heavyweight safes are excellent for storing larger items such as laptops, trophies, artwork, photo-albums, music-records and provides more space to store plenty of items.

Depending on what types of valuables and items you intend on storing, these fire safes costs a minimum of $200.00 and no more than $750.00.  That’s a fantastic price to pay for a safe that provides that many security features.  You won’t find a better or affordable deal than this. Should the unexpected happen, and your home is in threat of a potential wildfire or break-in, then you’ll be relieved to know that you have protection to ease yourself from all the stress. Check out the new MF Series Fire Safes and see if they’re the right safe for you.

MESA MBF & MSC Series Burglary & Fire Safes Now In Stock!

June 20th, 2012

We’ve received a new inventory of MESA MBF & MSC Series safes. You may have noticed that the MESA MBF Series burglary and fire safes are no longer in the sandstone finish that we previously have sold. MESA has introduced a brand new design and finish to their already existing popular safe. The biggest change you’ll see is the new elegantly glossy coated, smooth charcoal-gray finish. This new color is very simple, yet provides a clean and beautiful look that can complement any household or office. The front door also has a different look, adding a nice border that connects to the MESA logo, giving it a sense of MESA’s own style.

Aside from the look and color, the MBF Series safes still provide the same exact features as before. Nothing has changed in providing quality, protection and security. Why fix it when it’s not broke? That only means with the same security features including two-hour fire protection and high-strength steel that these safes will surely sell out again. Not only have these safes proven their durability and security, but also they’re also very affordable. These inexpensive safes have proven why they’re such as popular seller without sacrificing quality.

Just like our MBF Series safes, MESA’s MSC Series high security safes also had a makeover. No more are the days when the safe was in an electric blue color finish. MESA has provided a more neutral look to accommodate more to your furniture. The stylish and well-designed look of the MSC Series units is now in a gray textured color. Like the MBF Series, the MSC Series still features the same exact attributes as before. Also with a two-hour fire rating, the MSC units provide a decorative tri-spoke handle, 1” defense barrier of outer and inner plates that are enclosed with fire-resistant material, plus massive 1” diameter live locking bolts.  They also feature heavy-duty hinges for added security. Just imagine the MBF Series, but on steroids and you have the MSC Series!

These MSC Series safes will also sell as quickly as the MBF series safes. Although the MSC Series safes cost more than the MBF Series, you’re still getting the most bang for your buck. If you need more than just the basic protection and want a sure upgrade from the MBF Series, then the MSC Series is definitely for you. Still very affordable and inexpensive for what you get, but never sacrificing quality and protection.

So start protecting and securing all your valuable assets from theft, fire and burglary. You never know when the unexpected will happen. MESA has definitely provided us with the perfect look that most people will be more than satisfied and happy about. Be prepared and start looking into buying one of these safes. Remember, we only have a limited supply!

Floor Safes Provide Excellent Hidden Protection

June 13th, 2012

We have a wide variety of safes available in our online store. Whether you need a safe for traveling, home or business use, we carry the type of safe you need. If you intend on hiding and concealing your safe, then we recommend looking into purchasing a floor safe. Floor safes provide excellent hidden protection from theft and burglary. Keep intruders and robbers guessing, as your safe is hidden from sight.

Just like wall safes, floor safes are installed into the floor rather than in your wall. The advantage of having a floor safe installed into the floor rather than the wall is that your safe has an extra barrier of protection and is more difficult to remove. Instead of being installed in wall where it’s only protected by mostly dry wall, floor safes are usually installed into a concrete floor. That means the safe is protected by a solid concrete barrier as well as having a solid steel frame. This makes it difficult for any thief from cracking the safe open through any side of the safe. Plus the ability to conceal the safe makes it almost impossible for any intruder to find.

That’s one of the main reasons why people choose to purchase a floor safe. They don’t intend on moving the safe very often and most prefer to keep it in one place. The most common places some people leave their safe is in their bedroom, office, basement, attic or garage. The only problem with keeping your safe there is that it’s visible and is where most burglars and thieves look. The first place a thief will look is in the master bedroom, raiding inside your closet. Although most thieves won’t dare to crack open a safe while inside your home, they’ll do the next best thing, try to take it with them. Most thieves will do anything they can to get inside, so they’ll steal the whole safe and bring it back home, where they’ll have more time to crack it open without being caught. That’s one of the main advantages to having a floor safe. A thief isn’t able to steal your floor safe, and that’s if they find it first.

Other great advantages to having a floor safe is that it provides excellent fire protection. In case of a fire emergency such as wildfires, cooking or electrical accidents, your safe will stay intact mainly because it’s surrounded by concrete, but is also inside of the floor where it’s less exposed to high temperatures or contact with fire. Not only are they resistant to fires, but other natural disasters such as floods, tornadoes and hurricanes. Some floor safes do provide a waterproof dust cover to prevent any moisture or water from seeping through the door of the safe. But most of the time, with anything that is installed within the floor, you always want to protect your valuables from moisture to prevent rust, corrosion or mildew. That’s why also protecting any of your valuables with a waterproof container or a dehumidifier would be ideal inside your floor safe.

The most common items to put into a floor safe are jewelry, cash, documents, handguns, photos and small collectibles. Larger items such as shotguns, paintings or trophies may need a larger safe. The floor safe is perfect for anyone that wants to secure extra cash, gold, gems, necklaces, precious metals and other rare items because they’re compact enough to fit into a floor safe as well as keeping it away from thieves. Keeping handguns and small weapons such as knives are also recommended to prevent any accidents and children from accessing them. It keeps your weapons hidden from any intruders and thieves, as well as keeping you and your family safe.

A floor safe can be a great commodity for either your home or business. It’s inexpensive and affordable, yet provides the great quality you’ve come to expect. Although installation into a concrete floor can take some time and effort, when properly installed, you’ll finally have the peace of mind you deserve. Most floor safes come with a U.L. Listed Group II combination lock, with over 1 million possible combinations. They also feature locking bolts that prevent the door from being opened through forced entry. As with all our safes, it’s constructed from heavy-duty steel, providing durability and strength to last a lifetime.

Inside Job Leads to Stolen Treasure Consists of Ancient Artifacts

March 19th, 2012

This particular theft is just like the “Ocean’s Eleven” movie, except it doesn’t take place in Las Vegas, but in Libya. A treasure that was stored inside two wooden chests was secured inside a bank vault. The treasure consisted of thousands of coins, jewelry and figurines, some dating back to 2600 years ago. Throughout the years it has stayed inside the bank, unmonitored even though it had significant historical and financial value.  Then one day, at the opportune moment, it was stolen. It was stolen last winter when around the downtown bank, a popular uprising was happening. The thief was able to gain access into vault and because the treasure was left unattended, they were able to make off with it.

Interpol has been investigating, and other questions seem to arise like how they were able to steal the treasure. Most of them have come to agree on one thing, that the heist was an inside job. “I cannot say who did it,” said Ahmed Buzaian, an archaeology professor at Benghazi University, who was also part of the investigation. “But they knew exactly what was inside.”

The official story has similar traits as if some type of magician was able to pull off something you would see from the “Ocean’s Eleven” movie. In late March, only a month after rebels in Benghazi had removed the forces of Col Muammar Qaddafi and after the NATO began airstrikes in support of rebels, there was a group of thieves who broke into the National Commercial Bank of Benghazi, which was an adjacent building that provided housing for the secret police and whom protestors began to light on fire at the beginning of the revolution.

When they were inside the bank, said Osama El-Ketaf, the head of the bank’s legal office, they drilled directly into the vault, a little more than two feet into the steel-reinforced concrete. The hole, he said, was big enough for a skinny adult or a child. In the vault contained a collection of safes and chests, where the thieves used additional power tools to rip them apart.

Inside the safes and chests were about 8000 gold, silver and bronze coins including maybe 300 rings, necklaces, bracelets and medallions and other 40 or so bronze and ivory figurines.  These historical treasures were discovered over the first half of the last century in five Greco-Roman cities in northeastern Libya. It was taken and traveled during the Italian retreat of its former colony in World War II, then returned in 1961, where it was placed inside the vault.

“There was a large, old-fashioned safe and a normal-size safe,” El-Ketaf said. “They sawed through the hinges of one, maybe using a circular saw. We found an extension cord leading from the building next door to the hole. They cut through the back of the other safe.” Then finally transported the treasure up to the surface.

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